Koolvest™
The Respirex Koolvest™ provides cooling to an individual in circumstances of increased temperature. Absorbs heat generated by the wearer and maintains a cooling level of 65°F/18°C. The KoolPacks contain a safe, non-toxic, non-flammable semi-solid thermal energy storage material and the vest includes 4 KoolPacks with purchase.
Availability: Commercially Available
| Manufacturer |
| Respirex International Ltd |
| Product Name |
| Koolvest™ |
| Detection Category |
| Chemical; Biological; Radiological/Nuclear |
| Detection Method |
| PPE/Decon |
| Application |
| Personal Protective Equipment; |
| Equipment Type |
| PPE |
| Product Synopsis |
| The Respirex Koolvest™ provides cooling to an individual in circumstances of increased temperature. Absorbs heat generated by the wearer and maintains a cooling level of 65°F/18°C. The KoolPacks contain a safe, non-toxic, non-flammable semi-solid thermal energy storage material and the vest includes 4 KoolPacks with purchase. |
| Availability |
| Commercially Available |
| Technology Readiness Level (TRL) |
| 9 |
| User Feedback Sources |
| Indifferent/No user feedback |
| Supporting Documentation |
| Docs: Koolvest.pdf; |
| Weight |
| <30 lbs.; 5.84 lbs. (2.65 kg) including KoolPacks |
| Power Requirements |
| None |
| Transportability |
| Person-Portable |
| Unit Cost |
| $400.00 |
| Activation Method |
| Body heat |
| Active or Passive Cooling |
| Both |
| Cooling Mechanism |
| Phase Change |
| Material |
| Proban®, FR-7A® with 100% cotton outer shell |
| Recharge Time |
| < 30 minutes |
| Reusable |
| Yes |
| Sizes |
| One size fits all vest which is pulled tight to the body with adjustable straps |
| Types of Cooling |
| Heat activated |
| Washable |
| Yes |
| Other Operational Parameters |
| Unlike most other Cooling Vests, Koolvest™ can be worn directly against the skin. Fire retardant. |
| Training Required |
| <1 hour training |
| Training Available |
| No |
| Manuals Available |
| Yes |
| Warranties |
| Yes, Limited |
